Waiting for that creative light bulb .

Barbara Harms Fiber ArtNovember 21, 2012August 25, 2013In Progress, Older Posts-Applique, art quilting, art quilts, Barbara Harms Fiber Art, Contemporay art, quilts for sale, Contemporary art, fiber art, floral quilts, original art quilts, peony, Quilt, raw edge appliqué tutorial, silk painting, wall hanging

I had a piece of silk that I painted and loved the look of it, soft pastels with the look of watercolor. I’ve been saving it, not wanting to waste this beautiful silk on the wrong design. I’d look at it from time to time, waiting for inspiration to hit me. Finally the light bulb went off over my head, I know just what I’m going to do!! And so it started , the new art quilt.

: Part of the “wonderful” silk piece

I’m always excited at the start of a light bulb moment quilt. In my mind’s eye can picture it. The picture often changes as I work on the reality of of making it, but it is an exciting beginning and the journey along the way to the finished work, is satisfying. Here’s some photos following the progression of work .

beginnings of a silk painted art quilt. — I wanted a large pink peoney, so I begin to applique` lots of petals .

IMG_5592 - How to use my pretty silk — And lots more petals

lots of cutting ,big mess — Lots of petals appliqued on, big mess

I’ll keep you posted on my progress.

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About Myself & My Approach Art has always played a role in my life, in one form or another. My family is filled with many artist's, so my love of art came naturally. By my teens, I had narrowed my focus to painting. I decided I was going to become a serious painter. I joined the Las Vegas Artist's Guild at 15, the youngest member at that time. I've continued to paint throughout my life. On occasion I've sold my work, but I had more important priorities, I was raising my children, part of that time as a single parent. My circumstances have changed, the kids are grown and I have more time for Art. Art is a form of therapy for me. I was introduced to quilting & fell in love. In time I missed the creative freedom painting made possible. Then I discovered mixed media fiber art, I was home. MY APPROACH TO ART It's the creative process that holds the greatest attraction for me. Starting with a tiny seed of an idea; vague and blurred around the edges, I follow where that leads. My approach is an instinctual one. Generally, I do little pre-planning. I make creative decisions, choices, directions to take as they present themselves. This approach can lead to quite a few changes in the direction the quilt takes. The outcome can come as a surprise. I love that element of surprise! Sometimes everything just comes together & I think to myself, "this is one of my better ones". when that happens, I can’t wait to show someone. I feel like a six year old, running home from school, a drawing in hand, excited to show Mom. At those times. I'm smiling like the Cheshire cat. I’ve had work published in several magazines., which is gratifying. But the most gratifying thing is having clients be really happy with their purchased art quilt. Word press https://barbaraharmsfiberart.com Etsy shop-sales https://barbaraharms.com Https://barbaraharms.com Contact: inquiry barbaraharmsfiberart@outkook.com Personal Links View more posts